CKX300 POWER PROCESSING AMPLIFIER - Crest Audio
CKX300 POWER PROCESSING AMPLIFIER - Crest Audio
CKX300 POWER PROCESSING AMPLIFIER - Crest Audio
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<strong>CKX300</strong> <strong>POWER</strong><br />
<strong>PROCESSING</strong> <strong>AMPLIFIER</strong><br />
Preliminary Product Description<br />
The <strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> <strong>CKX300</strong> Power Processing amplifier is designed<br />
specifically for the unique requirements of high quality, transformer-isolated<br />
100V, 70.7V, or 50V operation (factory configured) distributed<br />
sound systems in commercial, industrial and institutional installations.<br />
Design goals met by the <strong>CKX300</strong> include exceptional sonic accuracy,<br />
high efficiency, minimum power consumption, comprehensive loudspeaker<br />
protection, and the ability to handle extended duty cycles.<br />
In addition, the <strong>CKX300</strong> incorporates <strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong>’s proprietary modular<br />
approach to input/output and external control configuration. We call<br />
<strong>CKX300</strong> Features<br />
• Transformer-isolated outputs.<br />
100V, 70.7V, or 50V operation (factory configured)<br />
• Sequential Turn-On/Off (STO). Standard system uses any +8 to<br />
+18VDC source and contact closure.<br />
• PowerSave. Reduces power consumption at idle by turning off the<br />
bias circuit (and fan if heat sink temperature is below allowed threshold)<br />
when no signal present at input.<br />
• 3 Module Bays. Unique chassis construction provides three separate<br />
bays into which a diverse range of space-saving and cost effective<br />
Input Processing, Network and Power/Output modules can be fitted.<br />
By combining multiple processing and control functions in the amplifier,<br />
CKX Series Power Processing amplifiers significantly save on<br />
installation costs versus conventional outboard processing.<br />
• Cool Operation. High thermal mass heat sinks, with high-efficiency<br />
variable speed fan. Front panel mounted filter for easy maintenance.<br />
• “Overbuilt” Power Supply. In the <strong>Crest</strong> tradition, the power supply<br />
is “over-engineered” for ample current reserves to meet demanding<br />
load conditions.<br />
• More Transistors. More output devices than comparably-powered<br />
competitive models to provide wider safe operating area and lower<br />
heat generation.<br />
this concept Power Processing. Through the provision of three plug-in<br />
module bays, these amplifiers offer exceptional flexibility with integral<br />
signal processing, load monitoring, and either local or system-wide computer<br />
control via <strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong>’s NexSys ® network.<br />
The <strong>CKX300</strong> amplifier is manufactured exclusively in <strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong>’s<br />
own USA plant, using only the highest quality components. Key subassemblies<br />
are individually pre-tested, and all units are rigorously<br />
“burned-in” before final checkout on precision test equipment.<br />
• TourClass ® Protection Circuits:<br />
ACL (Active Clip Limiting) prevents speaker damage with gentle<br />
gain reduction at clip threshold.<br />
IGM (Instantaneous Gain Modulation) monitors connected loads to<br />
detect conditions that may overstress output devices, allowing safe<br />
operation into difficult loads.<br />
AutoRamp gradually increases gain to attenuator setting level when<br />
amplifier is turned on.<br />
TourClass also includes comprehensive thermal management, and<br />
short circuit, DC voltage, turn-on/off transient, current inrush and<br />
sub/ultrasonic input protection.<br />
• Selectable input sensitivity/voltage gain (internal jumpers)<br />
• Front panel status indication<br />
• Rear panel attenuators with removable knobs<br />
• Barrier strip input and output connectors<br />
• Optional input isolation transformers<br />
• Front panel label area<br />
Power Specification 100 volt (50 or 70.7 volt option)<br />
40Hz–20kHz, 0.1% THD+N 150W<br />
Figures are watts per channel, both channels driven. NexSys is a registered trademark of <strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> Inc.
<strong>CKX300</strong> <strong>POWER</strong> <strong>PROCESSING</strong> <strong>AMPLIFIER</strong><br />
PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS Architect’s & Engineer’s Specifications<br />
The power amplifier shall consist of 2 channels and deliver a<br />
minimum of 150 watts per channel into a 100 volt (50 or 70.7<br />
Output Power, 100 volt (50 or 70.7 volt option)<br />
Max RMS Output Voltage (each channel)<br />
volt option) “constant voltage” line without the need for<br />
external step-up transformers, both channels driven,<br />
40Hz–16kHz, 0.1% THD+N.<br />
Peak Output Voltage (each channel)<br />
A variable speed fan, with the ability to completely turn off<br />
Frequency Response (1W/100V)<br />
Power Bandwidth (rated power, 1% THD+N)<br />
TourClass<br />
under appropriate ambient temperature conditions, shall provide<br />
air flow through the chassis from front to both sides.<br />
The amplifier shall have circuitry to protect itself and the<br />
speaker load from output short circuits, DC voltage on outputs,<br />
and thermal overload. The amplifier shall include circuitry<br />
to gradually increase gain to attenuator setting levels<br />
when amplifier is turned on, and circuitry for impedance<br />
sensing and active clip limiting.<br />
The amplifier shall include an energy saving feature which<br />
shall automatically remove the output stage bias current when<br />
the amplifier is in an idle condition.<br />
The amplifier shall have a voltage gain of X40, or a voltage<br />
gain of X20, or an input sensitivity of 0.775V, for rated<br />
power, internally jumper-selectable. The hum and noise level<br />
shall be greater than 105dB below rated output, A-weighted.<br />
The amplifier shall have a class AB output stage (with a modulated<br />
power supply). The frequency response shall be<br />
greater than 40Hz–16kHz, (-1dB) at rated power. The amplifier<br />
shall operate at either 100, 120, 220, 230, or 240 volts,<br />
50–60Hz AC (configured at factory). Maximum current draw<br />
at 240V shall be no greater than 3.2A, both channels driven<br />
continuously into a 100V line.<br />
Front panel LED indicators shall include Active, Protect,<br />
Signal Present, and ACL (Clip Limiting) LEDs for each channel.<br />
The power switch shall have three positions; one to permit<br />
power up from a remote location, one to permit local<br />
power up, and an “off” position. The fan filter shall be front<br />
panel mounted, with no tools required for removal.<br />
The rear panel shall be configured with three openings or<br />
bays which will accept plug-in modules used to accomplish<br />
input signal processing, network control, remote sequential<br />
turn-on/off and other related functions. The output module<br />
shall be fitted with the following connectors: 5mm, 4-pin<br />
Phoenix for sequential turn-on/off wiring, and a touch-proof<br />
output barrier strip with 0.438" (11mm) screw spacing, and<br />
0.320" (8mm) lug space. The input module shall be fitted with<br />
an input barrier strip connector with 0.320" (8mm) screw<br />
spacing, and 0.270" (7mm) lug space, and two individual<br />
channel attenuators with removable knobs.<br />
A user re-settable AC mains circuit breaker and an IEC AC<br />
mains socket shall be provided on the rear panel. A single AC<br />
mains cord having an appropriate AC plug for the intended<br />
operating voltage shall be provided.<br />
The packaging of the amplifier shall allow for standard rack<br />
mounting without requiring space between similar units.<br />
Dimensions shall be 19" (435mm) wide, 5.25" (133mm) high<br />
and 17.13" (435mm) deep. It shall weigh 35lbs. (15.91kg) net.<br />
Rear View<br />
The amplifier shall be designated the <strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> model<br />
<strong>CKX300</strong> .<br />
® 40Hz–20kHz, 0.1% THD+N<br />
150 Watts<br />
105V<br />
150V<br />
Protection<br />
38Hz–38kHz, +0/-3dB<br />
40Hz–16kHz, +0/-1dB<br />
ACL, IGM, AutoRamp, short circuit, DC voltage, turnon/off<br />
transient, current inrush, sub/ultrasonic input.<br />
THD+N (rated power, 1kHz)<br />
SMPTE IMD (rated power, 60Hz & 7kHz)<br />
20kΩ, >10kΩ<br />
Hum and Noise (below rated power)<br />
Crosstalk (below rated power)<br />
105dB, A-weighted<br />
>60dB @ 1kHz<br />
Class AB<br />
Input Connectors (per channel) Rear-panel barrier strip input, 4-pin Phoenix sequential<br />
turn-on/off connector on standard CC-STL module<br />
Output Connectors (per channel) Touch-proof rear-panel barrier strip output<br />
Filter Storage<br />
Power Supply (factory configured)<br />
Idle Current Draw (240V)<br />
36,000µF<br />
100–240V, 50–60Hz<br />
0.25A (PowerSave active)<br />
1/8 Power Current Draw (typical music, 240V)<br />
1/3 Power Current Draw (cont. music, 240V)<br />
Max Current Draw (breaker rating, 240V)<br />
1.6A<br />
2.1A<br />
3.2A<br />
Thermal Emissions (1/8 Power, 240V) 555BTU/hr<br />
Thermal Emissions (1/3 Power, 240V) 683BTU/hr<br />
Cooling Variable speed, front panel mounted fan,<br />
front-to-side airflow<br />
Controls 3-position front panel On/Remote/Off switch, two rearpanel<br />
channel attenuators, AC mains circuit breaker<br />
LED Indicators (per channel) Active, Protect, Channel Signal, Channel ACL<br />
Construction Steel chassis, 16 gauge.<br />
Double thickness in rack ear areas.<br />
Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth) 5.25" x 19" x 17.13" / 133 x 483 x 435mm<br />
Gross Weight, Net Weight 40lbs. (18.18kg), 35lbs. (15.91kg)<br />
Power figures are watts per channel,<br />
both channels driven.<br />
<strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> reserves the right to<br />
make improvements in manufacturing<br />
or design which may affect<br />
specification.<br />
<strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> specification literature<br />
is available in electronic form to<br />
qualified users. Contact <strong>Crest</strong><br />
<strong>Audio</strong> Inc. for more information.<br />
©1997 <strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> Inc.<br />
v. 1.1 10/3/97 A3300035<br />
In<br />
Out<br />
Com<br />
Sequential<br />
Turn-On<br />
+8 to 18VDC<br />
20 mA<br />
NEC<br />
CLASS 2 ONLY<br />
Model<br />
CC-STL<br />
CLASS 2<br />
WIRING MAY<br />
BE USED<br />
Output<br />
–<br />
A<br />
+<br />
+<br />
B<br />
– Signal<br />
Ground<br />
Lift<br />
Jumper<br />
Model<br />
Name<br />
CKV 100<br />
CKV 200<br />
CKV 400<br />
CKV 800<br />
CKV 1600<br />
CKV 2400<br />
*A3300035*<br />
Output Power<br />
@70.7V/Ch.<br />
50W<br />
100W<br />
200W<br />
400W<br />
800W<br />
1200W<br />
Model<br />
Name<br />
CKX 150<br />
CKX 300<br />
CKX 500<br />
CKX 800<br />
Output<br />
Power<br />
@100V/Ch.<br />
75W<br />
150W<br />
250W<br />
400W<br />
Model<br />
Name<br />
CKS 100<br />
CKS 200<br />
CKS 400<br />
CKS 800<br />
CKS 800-2<br />
CKS 1200-2<br />
CKS 1600-2<br />
Designed & manufactured in the USA by:<br />
<strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> Inc.<br />
100 Eisenhower Dr.<br />
Paramus, New Jersey 07652 USA<br />
Output Power<br />
@8Ω/Ch.<br />
50W<br />
100W<br />
200W<br />
400W<br />
400W<br />
600W<br />
800W<br />
Model<br />
CC-BLK<br />
Input A<br />
Input B<br />
+ – + –<br />
Level 4 5<br />
6<br />
A 3 7<br />
2<br />
8<br />
1<br />
9<br />
0 10<br />
Level 4 5<br />
6<br />
B 3 7<br />
2<br />
8<br />
1<br />
9<br />
0 10<br />
Model<br />
CC-IPB<br />
<strong>Crest</strong> <strong>Audio</strong> Inc.<br />
100 Eisenhower Dr., Paramus NJ 07652 USA<br />
TEL: 201.909.8700 FAX: 201.909.8744<br />
http://www.crestaudio.com<br />
Printed in USA